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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1921

Page

2

Davis Drugged Case Trial Details Wealth, Alleged Conspiracy

Attorney J Lambert claims Davis was drugged and invaded by Sullivan and Bowes at the Hotel Bellevue in Washington on February 23, 1918, with witnesses recounting intoxication and forced entry. Testimony links Nan Stock and Mrs Sullivan to a complex set of incited affairs, divorces, and monetary schemes involving checks and jewels as part of a broader alleged plan.

J. Lambert Davis Sullivan Mr. Lambert T. Mortis Waimpter Sman Bellevué Daris Ths Chaintiff Allen Norman &. Bowes Bellevue Lambert West Bollivan Cambert The Furs Washington Défenants Son Tis Afiss Steck Nan Stock Jocsi Aulantic City MM Pe Lambert Ts Attorner Lambert John Wa Grace Wson Elkins Irs Uthras Devis

Weather and Warmer Trend Across New England

Weather outlook shows warmer temperatures across parts of New England with cloudy skies. New York expects rain and mild warmth while the Atlantic coast remains unsettled with winds and showers.

New England New York Gremure South States Atlantic Coast Winde Hatteras

Four Amendments To Tariff Bill Adopted Amid Debate

The Senate debated tariff legislation including Underwood provisions. Amendments exempt canned ponds and meats from certain duties and adjust rates, with a 48 to 28 vote on one change. Senator Harrison and Democratic leaders attacked the bill as unequal while Republican figures cited consumer cost data.

Harrison Dent Mississippi Senate Nori Dakota Dso Underwood Slabatha Ileader B. al- Fie Babet Bovis

Call For Disarmament Meeting Faces Skepticism

Congressional panels hear views on disarmament efforts with Rear Admiral Bradley Blake warning against reliance on dreadnoughts and Brigadier General William Mitchell urging immediate construction of high speed aircraft carriers. Senate and House committees clash over a six month naval building suspension while examining ship types.

Hradley A. Blake Gensulboard Abria Dreddnaughts William Mitchell Air Narviey Appropriations Mitchell Navy Senate Bauleshiy Indiana Daniels Mitchel House Senate Naval Aua Borah Trepublicicat Idaha

Memphis Druggist Is Arrested in Bond Theft Case

Memphis druggist J. Nolen is arrested on grand larceny and receiving stolen bonds charges connected to a $255,900 bond theft from a broker’s messenger in Brooklyn. Nolen’s wife is in custody. bond set at $10,000 for Nolen and $3,000 for Mrs. Nolen. Detective W. H. Grimner ordered the arrest and said more arrests in hours were likely as the stolen bonds tied to a $100,000 lot. Later, W. J. Huntier was arrested for buying and selling the property. he had been vice president and director of a local bank.

Memper Tenn Reb. J Loge Wil W H. Grimner Nolen W. J. Huntier Iis

Local Actresses for Movie Bill in Bridgeport Reel

Local actress hopefuls are invited to join the Made in Bridgeport reel with Cine-Art Motion Picture Production offering training and exposure rather than guaranteed payments. Application details and further information can be obtained from the Telegram’s Motion Pictures Editor.

Bridgeport Tara Malion Pictures Telegram

Fragmentary ad copy hints at home goods sale next week

The readable fragment suggests a promotion or sale for home items with unclear lines and misspelled words. It mentions parts, possibly storage or furniture, and a push to shop. The text is garbled but implies local retail activity and timing.

Western golf tourney awarded to Cleveland club

The Western open golf championship was awarded to Oakwood club in Cleveland for the meet. The amateur championship of the Western association will be at Westmoreland golf club in Chicago week of July 13, moved from July 3 to avoid the national open at Columbia club in Washington. Chick Fain won the Western match last year in a final against Rophy Sones of Atlanta.

Chicago Ty Tos Oakwood Club Claveland Columbia Club Washington

Obituary of Elizabeth Deline in Torrington

Elizabeth Deline, a Bridgeport hospital trained nurse class of 1912 and Army nurse during the war, died at her Torrington home. She was active in the Bridgeport hospital training school alumni association and served at Camp Mille. She was connected with local nursing circles and remembered in the community. The funeral was held at Carrell with pallbearers listed from family and friends. Burial followed at Park cemetery.

Willlam A. Carrell Bustal Park Cemetery Eiaie Abaling Hisle Virginix Bridgeport Cie Torrington Bridgenest Hospital Training School Aluminae Association Camp Mille Mies

Education Board Debates Bonus and Budget in Bridgeport

Bridgeport's Education Board weighed a long dispute over a $57,937 bonus for teachers and staff, with the wealth of the apportionment board at issue. The budget update proposed $1,290,000 for salaries, plus $349,000 for supplies and several new items including a $2,500 kitchen and $2,900 for malnutrition work. Health and library boards also presented requests, with extended prenatal and infant welfare efforts, and expanded library services discussed as part of the annual budget process. The meeting also touched on improving lighting, electrical needs in schools, and debates over the possible sale of the library building in coming years.

Schods New Haven Bridgepool S. J. Sinsan Blanken Ichonla Janverls H. Havens Board of Education Leverty Bridgeport Board of Apportionment Thre Board of Education Messrs Husted Leverey Board of Anportionvoen Havens Algonauin Ehh Honos Lae Bridgport Charities Department Slawson Tov Sod Popnar Mavens Snd Cosa Joon Jdt Br. A. C. Fones Lew Haven Connecticut Henry A. Blaken Library Board Alderman Milia William 2. Burnham Mirary Dwariog Sebriary

Britain Proposes Cancellation of Inter Allied Debts

Inter allied debt cancellation was formally proposed by Britain with ten ministers backing the plan. Chancellor J Austen Chamberlain told constituents that Britain sought no advantage and urged a solution to protect relations among powers, restore international credit, and revive trade.

Inglind. Melo J. Austen Chamberlain Sir Chamberlain

Versailles Pact Not Alive Briand Remarks On Agreement

Briand told the chamber the Versailles pact remains fragile and that only a partial reparations plan exists. He warned Britain and France that without accord among allies the meeting could break up, and said France will enforce penalties if Germany fails to meet obligations. If the chamber approves, he will attend London conferences. if not, another envoy may go.

Chamber M. Briand France Atc Germany Acosta London

Salaries for City Aldermen Veiled by Charter Dispute

A city board of apportionment last night reported no mention of salaries for the 24 aldermen amid conflicting charter provisions. The audit shows an ordinance fixing $900 for each alderman but notes uncertainty if the ordinance is valid. The report cites a history of conflicting charter language on aldermen remuneration and records the aldermen’s vote among the actions.

Board of Apportionment Audilor Dermen Bermen

Salaries debated after 1920 board meeting

The article notes the board of apportionment passing a measure on aldermanic salaries and requisitions. It highlights public interest and concern over the apportionment process, with emphasis on how the aldermen await the decision and the broader implications for governance.

Board of Apportionment Eronormy

Alter Littlefield Found Guilty of Second Degree Murder

Alter Littlefield was found guilty of second degree murder by a jury for the October shooting of Leon A. Teal on Block Island. This afternoon he was brought into court and sentenced to twelve years in state prison by Judge Chester W. Barrows of Superior Court.

Newport Alter Littlefield Leon A. Teal Block Island Wourh Sears Chester W. Barrows Supesroc

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